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I've been feeling a tightness in my head and my jaw when i have a headache. i also feel like a throbbing sensation as well. whta could it be?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Many things: Many things. Depends on what your other symptoms are. I'd see your md asap.

Answered 3/18/2014

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A member asked:

I've been feeling a tightness in my head and my jaw when i have a headache. i also feel like a throbbing sensation as well. whta could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

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